Sneak Peek: Wendy Gould on AI and the Future of Media

As PR and journalism continue to evolve, artificial intelligence is playing an increasingly visible — and sometimes misunderstood — role in the way stories are pitched, shaped, and shared.

Branded image promoting OFD Collective’s interview with Wendy Gould on AI and publicity

In our latest OFD Collective reporter Q+A, we sat down with Wendy Rose Gould, a lifestyle reporter who regularly contributes to outlets like The Knot, Real Simple, Martha Stewart, and Insider, to talk candidly about what’s actually changing in the world of media.

While the full interview is available exclusively to OFD Collective members, we’re excited to share this quick YouTube snippet that touches on one of the most requested topics from our community:

Watch the clip:
https://youtu.be/P8qtNlWwUd8

In this short clip, Wendy shares:

How AI is showing up in journalism workflows (hint: it’s not as scary as it sounds)
Why relationships and thoughtful sourcing still matter more than ever
Her take on what publicists should pay attention to (and what to ignore)

Want to read more about this conversation? Check out the companion blog post on MeghanEly.com for more insight into Wendy’s background and the inspiration behind the interview.